Table 3.
Correlations between final mark and attendance elements
| Attendance elements | Pearson correlation coefficient | P-value |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 0.52* | <0.001 |
| PBL | 0.25* | 0.004 |
| Lecture | 0.47* | <0.001 |
| BCS sessions | 0.49* | <0.001 |
| PPD presentation | −0.07 | 0.468 |
| CS sessions | 0.29* | 0.001 |
| CDT presentation | 0.00 | 0.997 |
Note:
*
Significant Pearson correlation.
Abbreviations: BCS, basic and clinical sciences; CDT, community and doctor theme; CS, clinical skills; PBL, problem-based learning; PPD, personal and professional development.